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Monaco’s Minister of Health and Social Affairs, Christophe Robino, discusses topics regarding work, pensions, vaccines, and prevention in a press conference.
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Monaco’s Minister of Health and Social Affairs, Christophe Robino, recently spoke about various topics related to his ministry, including work, pensions, aid for the elderly, vaccinations, and prevention. Robino expressed satisfaction with the progress made during his two-and-a-half years as minister, highlighting the growth in job opportunities, with around 66,000 employees, including 6,000 independent entrepreneurs. He emphasized the importance of having diverse activities to enhance Monaco’s attractiveness. Robino also mentioned his direct contact with the working world through meetings and roundtables, which have been instrumental in addressing employees’ concerns constructively.
Furthermore, the minister emphasized the government’s commitment to education and training, with an annual investment of 1.5 million euros in vocational training programs. These programs are offered to unemployed individuals of various categories, and scholarships are awarded to non-resident young people who have completed three years of high school in Monaco. Robino also discussed a forthcoming temporary work law project.
Robino announced the return of the Employment Forum, a job fair, for the third consecutive year on February 24, 2025. The event serves as a marketplace for private and public employers to connect with job seekers. Starting next year, the forum will also be available online through the website monguichet.mc, where users can find job offers, submit resumes, schedule appointments, and obtain work permits.
Regarding healthcare, Robino emphasized the importance of prevention. He highlighted the breast cancer awareness campaign called “Pink October,” stressing the significance of regular breast examinations for individuals over 25 years old. Additionally, he mentioned ongoing prevention campaigns for lung cancer and pancreatic cancer.
Robino also discussed the importance of vaccination against the human papillomavirus (HPV), which can lead to cancer. He advocated for vaccinating boys and girls aged 10 to 14, with an additional opportunity at age 19, to combat this cancer effectively. The HPV vaccine is provided free of charge.
Monaco has already made the influenza vaccine available in pharmacies, and it can be combined with the latest COVID-19 vaccine variant. Pharmacists are authorized to administer these vaccines, particularly to elderly and vulnerable individuals.
Lastly, Robino mentioned a project involving itinerant home care assistants who visit the homes of elderly individuals living alone. These assistants conduct nighttime checks and provide assistance if needed to help people remain in their homes longer.
One bill particularly important to the minister is a proposed ban on the production, sale, and use of disposable electronic cigarettes called Puff. The project is expected to be presented in the coming weeks.
Disposable electronic cigarettes like Puff are compact and attractive to young people due to their colors and packaging. They also contain nicotine, creating addiction. However, there is a lack of scientific evidence regarding their safety.
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